The following items are often overlooked when cleaning and vacating a home. In addition

to any repairs required, full return of your security deposit depends on satisfactory completion of these items. Resident shall be liable for any damage to the premises caused by Resident’s acts or neglect other than reasonable wear and tear. Resident shall also be liable for any damage to the premises caused by a family member, invitee, licensee, or any person acting under Resident’s control. The following list shall serve as a reference for the tenant as they complete their move out.

For any item that applies to your rented unit please follow the list detailed below.

If you have any questions before you complete your move out please submit them to the office by email. Your security deposit will be returned in full if the unit is left in as good or better condition than when you moved in. Any damages will be itemized in your security deposit statement and sent to your new address.

CARPETS / HARDWOOD FLOORS 

Unless otherwise authorized, Resident shall have all carpets and all hardwood, laminate and/or tile floors professionally cleaned and deodorized at Resident’s expense after all furnishings and personal items have been removed from the premises. Persons cleaning carpets and hardwood floors must be licensed, insured and approved by Owner prior to performing the cleaning. Unless a receipt for cleaning is provided with return of keys, Owner will have cleaning performed and charged to your security deposit. Contact Owner before scheduling the cleaning.

ODORS 

Odors (cooking, pet, smoke, etc.) must be eliminated. This may require extensive professional cleaning of carpets, walls, woodwork, appliances, exhaust fans, windows and window coverings. Exceptional cases could require carpet replacement & extensive painting.

CABINETS / DRAWERS / SHELVES 

Wiped clean inside and out.

VINYL FLOORS 

Floors must be swept and damp mopped.

APPLIANCES 

Please clean the top, behind and underneath the refrigerator, range, washer and dryer. Clean the oven, under the stovetop and clean or replace stove drip pans. Leave refrigerator on low – DO NOT TURN OFF

WINDOWS / BLINDS 

Cleaned inside and outside (where accessible). Blinds dusted & cleaned. Damaged or excessively dirty blinds may require replacement or professional cleaning.

LIGHT FIXTURES & GLOBES 

Wiped clean. Replace burned out bulbs with appropriate bulb for individual fixtures (standard, clear, floor, fluorescent, decorative, etc.)

FIREPLACE 

Completely cleaned. All ashes and firewood removed.

WALLS / CEILINGS 

Wash walls with a clean cloth. Wipe off scuff marks and smudges. Remove nails and picture hooks. Remove cob webs and dust all surfaces. DO NOT SPACKLE. Clean all outlet and switch-plate covers.

GARAGE / DECK / PATIO 

Please remove all personal items and sweep. Clean grease and oil off the floor.

YARD 

Make sure lawn is mowed and edged and flowerbeds are weeded just prior to vacating the property.

UTILITIES 

You are responsible through the last day of your lease. Call for a final billing. DO NOT HAVE UTILITIES DISCONNECTED.

GARBAGE 

All garbage and debris must be removed from the property.

HEAT 

Set heat at 55º. Do not turn heat off.

PETS / ANIMALS 

All damage must be repaired and waste removed. You may be charged for professional lea or other pest treatments.

HAZARDOUS WASTE 

Paint, motor oil, anitfreeze, batteries (standard and automotive), cleaning products, pesticides, fluorescent lighting tubes and bulbs, etc. must be properly disposed of. Charges could apply for disposal of any items left on the property that are considered hazardous.

KEYS

Please drop your unit, mail and building keys in an envelope to our office drop box before the 1st. Unreturned keys are subject to fees.